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America’s Baby Bust and What’s Driving It | Salt Lake City News
The U.S. is on the brink of a demographic crisis, with birth rates plummeting to record lows—so low that our population could shrink by mid-century unless something changes. Only one state even comes close to replacing its own population. It’s not just about money; social circles and celebrity influence matter too. Parents with supportive friends are more likely to have kids, and fans tend to want more children when their idols have big families. To reverse the trend, bold ideas like massive baby bonuses and policies to support stay-at-home parents are being proposed—with the ultimate goal of…
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